Tom and Chris Custer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tom and Chris Custer Foundation is a private foundation in La Crosse, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,750 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$27,750
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$513,529
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $491,283 |
| 2025 | $27,750 | 9 | $513,529 |
How to apply
Tom and Chris Custer Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Tom and Chris Custer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $13,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brush High School | Education | $12,000 |
| Texas A&M - Corpus Christi Foundation | Education | $5,500 |
| Waterbird Society | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Louisiana State University Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| University of California Berkeley Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Environmental | $750 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Environmental | $750 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Environmental | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Trust Point Inc
- Christine Custer
Questions people ask
Does Tom and Chris Custer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tom and Chris Custer Foundation give?
$27,750 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Tom and Chris Custer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Trust Point Inc (Trustee) and Christine Custer (Trustee).
What does Tom and Chris Custer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.